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BRACKETS

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Brackets.

Brackets - as a noun

A category falling within certain defined limits

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
set3
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Either of two punctuation marks (`<' or `>') used in computer programming and sometimes used to enclose textual material

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
angle bracket

Either of two punctuation marks ([ or ]) used to enclose textual material

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
square bracket

A support projecting from a wall (as to hold a shelf)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wall bracket
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Brackets - as a verb

Support with brackets

Example: "Bracket bookshelves"

Place into brackets

Example: "Please bracket this remark"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bracket out

Classify or group

Example Sentences

"Please enclose your answer in brackets."
"The brackets on the shelf are broken."
"Make sure to use brackets to organize your ideas."
"He installed the shelves using metal brackets."
"The brackets on the door need to be replaced."
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Word Game Points

Is BRACKETS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, brackets is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BRACKETS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is BRACKETS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, brackets is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BRACKETS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is BRACKETS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, brackets is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BRACKETS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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